Can these tires fit?

Prof Fate · #1 08-24-2008, 07:51 PM

Hi. I just bought a motor less mid 60’s Huffy that has dry rotted tires that I need to replace. The tires on there are 26 x 1.75’s. I really like the look of a set of white 26 x 2.125’s that I found. The narrowest gap on the front fork is 2 ½ and the back is 2 ¾. Will they fit on those wheels? And if they did, am I just inviting my nice new tires to be eaten by the drive chain down the road? Thanks

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Weedylot · #2 08-24-2008, 08:20 PM

Looks like a "Go" to me. Tires to wheels easy, chain clearance probably.

cachehiker · #3 08-24-2008, 11:13 PM

I'd say stick to 1.95's if you want to run fenders or need clearance for mud and/or snow. Otherwise, go for it. Most stores will take them back if you were careful mounting them and didn't ride them but were disappointed with the clearance they provided.

UncleKudzu · #4 08-24-2008, 11:24 PM

i dig that bike, Professor! that'll make a cool motorized.

(bet the kids over at Rat Rod Bikes would like to see your bike, too)

nogoodnic · #5 08-24-2008, 11:36 PM

As long as the tires will fit in the frame you should be good to go, I run 2.125s on all of my bikes. I would stay away from white walls though because the rear won't be white for long. I see I'm not the only Rat Rod Biker here, that is a great bike and yes they would dig it over there...Kelly

Saddletramp1200 · #6 08-24-2008, 11:38 PM

Kool bike! Love the head light concept. Watch out for that pants leg eating front sprocket. Evil thought; could be modified into spare gas tank?

Bikeguy Joe · #7 08-25-2008, 06:17 AM

2.125's may rub on the (motor) drive chain, just be aware of that.

threespeed · #8 08-25-2008, 07:10 AM

I think you will be real close with 2.125's although I did get them to work on a recent build. Those tires will fit the rims and frame for sure.

Prof Fate · #9 08-25-2008, 12:07 PM

Thanks for all the input. I'm going to try them out and hopefor the best.

nogoodnic · #10 08-25-2008, 01:20 PM

Prof, when you install your drive sprocket make sure that it is dished out, this will aid in clearing the tire. As I said I use fat tires on all of my builds and only have one with a minor rub that I've been riding that way for over a thousand miles. Your middle weight frame should be your only obstacle for the tires...Kelly